Senior Manager, Sustainability

British Business Bank; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government-owned economic development bank in the UK is seeking an individual to influence and shape its sustainability strategy. The role involves developing initiatives to support SMEs, building stakeholder relationships, and fostering professional collaboration. The ideal candidate brings experience in sustainability, strategic project leadership, and effective communication skills. This position offers extensive benefits including flexible working arrangements and a generous leave policy.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

15% employer pension contribution

Flexible working

Cycle to work scheme

Paid voluntary days

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering sustainability strategies.
• Strong ability to influence and engage stakeholders.
• Proven track record of working with senior decision-makers.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver the sustainability strategy.
• Develop proposals for sustainability initiatives.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support a culture of collaboration and wellbeing.

Skills

Sustainability strategy

Stakeholder relationship management

Strategic project leadership

Impact reporting

Responsible investment practices

Job description

Overview

A fantastic opportunity has arisen where you will be able to influence the Bank's sustainability strategy and ensure it is embedded within our broader corporate plans. The role will involve working across the Bank to embed sustainability within the Bank's strategic objectives and day to day operations including responsible investment practices, disclosures, and impact reporting.

Responsibilities

• Shaping and delivering the Bank's sustainability strategy as part of corporate planning
• Developing proposals to support access-to-finance for UK SMEs through sustainability initiatives
• Building strong internal and external stakeholder relationships, including with senior decision-makers and government partners
• Supporting a culture of collaboration, wellbeing and professional excellence within the team
• Sustainable finance / ESG / responsible investment
• Strategic project leadership and working with senior stakeholders
• Producing evidence-based recommendations and communicating insights clearly

This role will suit someone who enjoys shaping strategic thinking, collaborating cross-functionally, and influencing at pace.

About the British Business Bank

The British Business Bank is an established and influential institution with a key mission of driving sustainable growth and prosperity throughout the United Kingdom. It plays a vital role in supporting access to finance for smaller businesses, facilitating their development and contributing to the transition towards a net zero economy. Since its inception in 2014, the British Business Bank has functioned as a government-owned economic development bank, operating independently to fulfil its objectives. It collaborates with over 200 delivery partners, including high street, digital, specialist, and challenger banks, venture capital and private debt funds, as well as fintech platforms, to implement its programs effectively. With offices in Sheffield and London, the British Business Bank currently employs approximately 550 individuals. As an organisation that values flexibility, wellbeing and collaboration, the British Business Bank introduced a hybrid-working model in 2020. Our colleagues typically spend an average of 2 days per week working in our offices, striking a balance between the advantages of remote work and the benefits of in-person collaboration. The successful candidate for this role should be able to commute to our office (unless specified). At the British Business Bank, we aim to represent the communities we serve, firmly believing that different perspectives make us stronger. We strongly encourage applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. As a Disability Confident employer, we commit ourselves to having an inclusive, equitable and accessible recruitment process supporting applicants and employees, making reasonable adjustments whenever it is feasible.

Benefits

• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days holiday
• 15% employer pension contribution
• Flexible working
• Cycle to work scheme, healthcare cash plan, Group Income Protection and life assurance
• Paid voluntary days, maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• Benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail and dining, to health and wellbeing, travel, and technology...and plenty more